Medicine Hat extends nomination deadline for inaugural Arts and Culture Legacy Award

The City of Medicine Hat is extending the deadline for the new Arts and Culture Legacy Award to give residents more time to nominate individuals, with a three-week extension to encourage more submissions during the award’s inaugural year.

Created in 2026, the Arts and Culture Legacy Award recognizes individuals who have helped shape the city’s arts and cultural community through their contributions and achievements.

The award honours artists who have made outstanding contributions to the community or earned significant recognition beyond Medicine Hat, as well as “culture builders” who have supported the community through leadership, advocacy, teaching, mentorship or patronage.

The nomination deadline has been extended to Aug. 7, giving residents an additional three weeks to submit nomination packages.